Year: 2011

Vitamin B5, also known as pantothenic acid, is a water soluble vitamin considered essential to well-being. It is needed to synthesize and metabolize proteins, fats and carbohydrates amongst other important enzymes. It is found in a range of food products including cereals, legumes, eggs and meats and may be used as an ingredient in personal… Read more »

It’s that time of year again: when we at PhaMix wish our followers and customers the warmest winter holidays. By the time you read this, we will be fully occupied giggling into our eggnog lattes. No doubt you are employing your time just as wisely. You can’t go wrong over the holidays if you follow… Read more »

Ferulic acid, as found in apothekari Phloretin + C Antioxidant Serum, works to protect skin from free radical damage associated with aging and UV exposure. A plant extract, ferulic acid has three main benefits for skincare: It is a powerful antioxidant on its own, protecting cells from UV damage and neutralising free radicals. Studies have… Read more »

Scientists believe that acetylation may be the biochemical route to youth. And the best part? It’s not related to diet and exercise. A team of researchers from Johns Hopkins and National Taiwan Universities made the discovery experimenting with yeast. They found they could greatly increase the longevity of these single-celled organisms by removing and then… Read more »

Lomelin Skin Brightening Cream is a new, potent formulation that contains 2 clinically proven ingredients to reduce the appearance of dark pigmentation which develops during aging and sun exposure. The key ingredients in Lomelin Cream are alpha arbutin and Melaslow. Alpha arbutin is a new type of hydroquinone. The structure of alpha arbutin allows for… Read more »

If you’ve ever wondered if mineral sunscreens (as found in several brands like Colorescience) might be for you, now is an ideal time to try them. Remember that UVA rays are prevalent year round – don’t let freezing temperatures fool you into thinking you’re safe from sun damage. These 4 tips will help you to… Read more »

When I become rich and famous, I shall not only drink the finest wines; I’ll be smearing them all over. The wine facial is the latest in a series of skin care fads (diamond facial, anyone?) touted to the fabulously wealthy. Promoters of the product claim it improves blood circulation, clears up infections and reduces… Read more »

If you’re finding you don’t have as much energy as you used to have, my friend Lon can help. No, he’s not a celebrity; he’s not a doctor; and he’s not particularly attractive – at least, not to humans. Lon is an enzyme. The Lon protease is an enzyme abundantly present in human cells in… Read more »

Now that the holiday season is upon is, you might be booking a spa visit so that you can show off your manicured fingers and toes. Make the most of your investment by ensuring that your feet and hands are in tip top condition this year. 3 tips that will have you looking like the belle of… Read more »

Phloretin is a novel ingredient derived from apples and the bark of apple trees. Several clinical studies have shown that it acts as an antioxidant, hence its inclusion in a range of skin care treatments. Will it help your skin? When applied topically, research has shown that phloretin not only has antioxdiant ability, but it… Read more »

A south Korean study claims that bee venom is the answer to aging; the latest “botox in a jar”. Researchers led by Dr Sang Mi Han spent ten years on their project, which apparently revealed that bee venom from bee stings helps prevent sun damage and restore collagen formation. The study was funded by a… Read more »

If you’re a regular visitor to PhaMix, you’ll know that we’re all about great looking skin, and Neostrata is one of the companies we trust to deliver. They’ve formulated a couple of new, complementary acne treatments which are worth introducing to you. Neostrata Clarifying Gel Cleanser contains 2% salicylic acid (a beta hydroxy acid). Unlike… Read more »

If you’re a regular visitor to PhaMix, you’ll know that we’re all about great looking skin, and Neostrata is one of the companies we trust to deliver. They’ve formulated a couple of new, complementary acne treatments which are worth introducing to you. Neostrata Clarifying Gel Cleanser contains 2% salicylic acid (a beta hydroxy acid). Unlike… Read more »

Nothing shows your age like neglected lips. Over time, the fat in the epidermis is redistributed, leading to lines around the mouth as well as flatter, thinner and drier lips. Follow our tips to keep your lips looking luscious. 1. Protect your skin from sun damage, which is not just drying but dangerous. Oncologists and… Read more »

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